A Legacy Rooted in the Dairy Industry In Hanford, California, dairy farmer Case Anker continues a proud family tradition that began in the 1940s. His grandfather immigrated from the Netherlands …
Minturn Nut’s Darren Rigg Talks Almond Industry
Minturn Nut Company’s Role in California Agriculture Darren Rigg, a leader at Minturn Nut Company in Le Grand, California, shared insights on the current almond market, crop quality, and the …
Agricultural Trade Deal Cuts Tariffs, Boosts Nut Exports
U.S. and EU Finalize Major Agricultural Trade Agreement The United States (U.S.) and the European Union (EU), two of the world’s largest agricultural trade partners, have reached a new trade …
California Almonds & Walnuts: Sonny Toor on Markets, Tariffs, Grower Strategy
Valley Pride Ag’s Sonny Toor discusses the 2025 harvest outlook, global demand, and what California nut growers should expect. California Nut Industry Navigates Opportunity and Challenge, Says Valley Pride Ag …
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 07-29-25
Strong Trade Winds and Almond Optimism: A Global Outlook from the Central Valley This Tuesday on the AgNet News Hour, hosts Nick Papagni and Josh McGill bring some serious summer …
Tariffs Threaten North American Produce Trade
Industry Leaders Urge U.S., Mexico, and Canada to Act A coalition of North American produce organizations is calling on the leaders of the United States, Mexico, and Canada to resolve …
Los Gatos Tomato: Innovation, Labor & Water in Focus
California’s Tomato Powerhouse Balances Efficiency and Sustainability Los Gatos Tomato Products has been a quiet leader in California’s tomato processing industry for over 30 years. Owned by four multi-generational farming …
U.S.–Japan Trade Deal Boosts Agricultural Exports and Investment
Historic Trade Agreement Reduces Tariffs and Unlocks Market Access The United States and Japan have reached a significant new trade agreement, described by President Donald Trump as “the largest trade …
U.S. Spirits Sales Plunge Amid Canada Trade Dispute
U.S.-Canada Trade Dispute Takes a Toll on Spirits Industry A new economic analysis by Spirits Canada has revealed dramatic sales declines in both imported and domestic spirits following a retaliatory …
Tomato Tariff Sparks Industry Concerns Over Supply and Safety
Tariff on Mexican Tomatoes Raises Alarms Across Agriculture Sector The recent termination of the Tomato Suspension Agreement (TSA) has triggered a 17.09% anti-dumping tariff on fresh tomatoes imported from Mexico. …
South African Growers Urge Tariff Relief for Citrus Exports to U.S.
Tariff Increase Sparks Concerns for South African Citrus Industry South Africa’s Citrus Growers Association is sounding the alarm over newly imposed U.S. tariffs that threaten the viability of their exports …
Tariff Disrupts U.S.-Brazil Beef Trade
U.S. Imposes 50% Tariff on Brazilian Beef Brazilian meat exporters are reassessing their shipment plans to the United States after President Donald Trump announced a 50 percent tariff on Brazilian …
Wade Kirschenman on Grapes, Potatoes & Policy
Legacy and Innovation in Kern County Farming A Family Legacy Rooted in California Soil Kirschenman Enterprises has been farming in California since 1937. Now led by third-generation farmer Wade Kirschenman, …
California Table Grape Season Off to a Strong Start
Ian LeMay Discusses California Table Grape Quality, Trade Challenges, and Global Growth California table grapes are in peak season, and according to Ian LeMay, President and CEO of the California …